Business Details
33 Years
experience
Asia America Curated Asian Antiques & Art in Portland
Founded over 30 years ago in Portland, Oregon, Asia America has evolved into a premier destination for curated Asian antiques, art, and furniture. Under the leadership of Dan Barbato and Ningshu Fang, we blend centuries-old traditions with modern sensibilities through an online presence and immersive showroom experiences. Our team brings decades of expertise in art history, archaeology, and international management, with deep cultural connections across China, India, Tibet, Mongolia, and Japan.We specialize in sourcing unique pieces from rural farms, bustling markets, and historic regions, ensuring every item tells a story of heritage and craftsmanship. Committed to community engagement, we collaborate with local artists and nonprofits to enrich Portland's cultural landscape while maintaining a global perspective.
Services
Antique Furniture
Asian Art
Curated Collections
Online Sales
Showroom Experience
Local Artist Collaborations
Nonprofit Partnerships
Custom Sourcing
Cultural Artifacts
Decorative Accessories
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of expertise in sourcing authentic Asian antiques and artifacts.
- Our team includes art historians and international management specialists with deep regional knowledge.
- We combine traditional craftsmanship with modern design through curated showroom experiences.
- We collaborate with local artists and nonprofits to support Portland's creative community.
- Every piece reflects our founders' personal journeys and cultural connections across Asia.
Services
Antique Furniture Sales
We specialize in authentic Asian antique furniture sourced from rural China, India, and Japan. Our collection includes handcrafted cabinets, tables, and seating with historical provenance. Each piece undergoes careful restoration while preserving original craftsmanship.
Asian Art Collection
Our curated art collection features traditional Asian paintings, sculptures, and decorative pieces. Items include Buddhist artifacts, calligraphy tools, and ceremonial objects reflecting regional artistic traditions across multiple centuries.
Custom Curated Showrooms
We create immersive showroom experiences combining historical context with modern design principles. Our Portland space features rotating exhibits that highlight specific regions, periods, or craftsmanship techniques for both retail and educational purposes.
Local Artist Collaborations
We partner with Portland-based artists to create contemporary works inspired by traditional Asian aesthetics. This program supports local creatives while fostering cross-cultural artistic dialogue through joint exhibitions and workshops.
Cultural Artifact Sourcing
Our team travels extensively to identify rare cultural artifacts with verifiable provenance. We focus on pieces that tell authentic stories of daily life, religious practices, and artistic evolution across different Asian regions and historical periods.
People
Dan Barbato
Co-Founder
Former Peace Corps volunteer in China with MBA in International Management. Spent 12 years working in Shanghai's advertising industry before co-founding Asia America in 2016. Brings deep cultural understanding and business expertise.
Ningshu Fang
Co-Founder
Shanghai native with background in Japanese apparel industry and Dentsu advertising. Combines traditional Chinese art appreciation with modern business practices. Co-founded Asia America in 2016 after extensive cross-cultural professional experience.
Questions
How do you source your antique pieces?
Our founders travel extensively across Asia to personally select items from rural communities, estate sales, and trusted local dealers, ensuring authentic provenance and cultural significance.
What regions do you focus on?
We specialize in artifacts from China, India, Tibet, Mongolia, and Japan, with particular emphasis on pieces from rural areas that reflect traditional craftsmanship and regional styles.
Can I view items in person?
Yes, our Portland, Oregon showroom offers immersive displays of our curated collection by appointment. We combine traditional presentation with modern contextualization techniques for educational experiences.
Do you offer international shipping?
We provide global shipping services with professional packing to ensure safe delivery of fragile and valuable items worldwide, including insurance and tracking.
How do you verify authenticity?
Our team uses provenance documentation, material analysis, and regional expertise to authenticate items. We maintain records of acquisition sources and historical context for major pieces.
